1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1993 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 570 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Alfetta | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2820 mm |